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# THEATRE

Very Merry Munsch Feb. 9-19 at The Refinery, 609 Dufferin Ave. Six stories by Robert Munsch adapted by Wide Open Children’s Theatre. Tickets and information at 306-683-9460, wideopen.ca.

August, An Afternoon in the Country Runs to Feb. 11 at Studio 914, 914 20th St. W. Presented by La Troupe du Jour. A wedding dinner is being prepared during a heat wave, and emotions are high. Tickets at latroupedujour.ca.

Butcher Runs to Feb. 14 at Persephone Theatre. By Nicholas Billon. An edge-of-your-seat thriller that twists and turns as it explores the murky waters between revenge and justice. Tickets at 306-384-7727, persephonetheatre.org. Warning: mature themes and scenes of extreme violence.

The Beaux’ Stratagem Runs to Feb. 17 at Greystone Theatre in the U of S John Mitchell Building. Two fortune-hunting rogues pose as master and servant as they travel from town to town in search of a wealthy heiress to marry one of them. Tickets at 306-966-5188, artsandscience.usask.ca/drama/greystone.

The Long Weekend Runs to Feb. 17 at the German Cultural Centre, 160 Cartwright St. E. A dinner theatre comedy presented by Mini Fridge Theatre Company. The truth and lies of a long time friendship come out in the open during a weekend visit between two couples. Tickets at 306-244-6869 ext. 203.

# SPECIAL EVENTS

Slim Chance Friday nights, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m., at the German Cultural Centre, 160 Cartwright St. E. Slim Chance performs top of the charts oldies. Information at 306-244-6869.

Westside Community Centre’s Clothing Depot Saturdays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., at 3488 Fairlight Dr. Free clothing for all ages, free baked goods from a local bakery. They take donations of clothing, footwear, accessories and toys. Information at 306-222-8737.

French and English Skills Development Mondays through June, 12:05 to 12:55 p.m., at Le Rendez-vous francophone, 308 Fourth Ave. N. Hosted by Inspiration Bilingue Toastmasters Club. Develop and practice French and English communication and leadership skills. Information at inspirationbilingue.toastmastersclubs.org.

Modern Square Dance Beginner Class Mondays, 8 to 10 p.m., at All Saints Anglican Church Hall, 1801 Lorne Ave. Exercise for the body and the mind. Information at 306-253-4453, 306-978-0970.

Orpheus 60 Chorus Rehearsals The choir rehearses every Monday. No auditions necessary to join. For information or to join them call 306-652-3328.

Canadian Light Source (CLS) Public Tours Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays, 2:30 p.m., at the Canadian Light Source, 44 Innovation Blvd. The synchrotron research facility is open for the public. Preregistration is required. Call 306-657-3644, email outreach@lightsource.ca or visit lightsource.ca/tours.html.

Angel Art Creations Tuesdays through Feb. 20, 1 to 4 p.m., in the SCOA boardroom at Saskatoon Council on Aging, 2020 College Dr. Create angels with mixed media. Registration and supply list at 306-652-2255, admin@scoa.ca.

Community Senior’s Games Group The second Tuesday of the month, September to May, 1:30 p.m., at St. Martin’s United Church. Information at 306-373-0087 or 306-374-3269.

The Gopher Broke Travelling Medicine Show Valentine’s Program Feb. 14, 7:30 p.m., at Preston Park 1, 114 Armistice Way. With Dr. Pan D’Monium. An evening variety show full is stories and old time music from Gopher Broke.

St. John Bosco Seniors Carpet Bowling Club Wednesdays, 7:30 p.m., and Sundays, 1:30 p.m., except long weekends, September to May. Information at 306-382-8021, 306-382-2953, 306-382-4606.

FASD Network Support Meetings Wednesdays at the FASD Network office, 510 Cynthia St. An informative and engaging space for individuals living with FASD and their caregivers. Admission is free. Schedule and information at saskfasdnetwork.ca/events.

Saskatoon Oldtimers Association Meetings They meet the third Thursday of the month, 10:30 a.m.: October to April at All Saints Church, 1801 Lorne Ave. S.; and May to September at the Log Cabin on the Exhibition Grounds. New members are welcome. Information about the social group at 306-668-3618, 306-373-1861.

Psychology Month Public Information Session Feb. 15, 6 to 7:30 p.m., in Room 2134, Mental Health, 715 Queen St. Presented by Mental Health & Addiction Services. A free information session for parents and adolescents. With a discussion of the book Brainstorm: The Power and Purpose of the Teenage Brain by Daniel Siegel.

Saskatoon International Folkdance Thursdays, 7 p.m., in room 13 of Albert Community Centre, 610 Clarence Ave. S. The Saskatoon International Folkdance Club teaches dances from around the world. First night is free. Information at 306-374-0005, sifc.awardspace.com.

Weekly Activities for SeniorsHeld regularly at Cosmo Senior’s Centre, 614 11th St. E. For 55 plus. Yoga, whist, exercises, bridge, cribbage and Kaiser. Potluck lunch the third Monday of every month. Drop-in fees at the door. New members are welcome. Schedule and information at 306-260-1878.

Al-Anon Meetings Weekly meetings in Saskatoon. A fellowship of people sharing their experience, strength and hope. Saskatoon Al-Anon group meetings are open to anyone who has been affected by someone else’s drinking. Information at sk-alanon.ca, 306-665-3838.

English for Employment Class Hosted by the Saskatoon Open Door Society. Improve English pronunciation and communication, and learn what you need to find work in Saskatoon. Information or registration at 306-250-4337, 306-653-4464, 306-250-4338, jhaugen@sods.sk.ca, ajunek@sods.sk.ca.

# ART

Gordon Snelgrove Gallery Until Feb. 9 in Room 191 of the University of Saskatchewan’s Murray Building. Magnificent Lore by George Gingras.

Paved Arts Until Feb. 24 at 424 20th St. W. Law and Order by Liz Knox.

AKA Artist-Run Until Feb. 24 at 424 20th St. W. The Length of Grief: The daughters of Métis Mothers by Amy Malbeuf. She is Spitting a Mouthful of Stars (nikâwi’s song), billboard project by Gregory Scofield, through February. Locals Only, works by Justin Langlois, Alana Bartol, Vanessa Kwan, Lisa Hirmer and Holly Schmidt, through June.

Remai Modern Until Feb. 25 at 102 Spadina Cres. E. Field Guide, the gallery’s inaugural exhibition.

Gallery on the Greens Until Feb. 28 at 2325 Preston Ave., in Market Mall. Nidificate: To Build a Nest by Monique Martin.

Market Mall Children’s Playland Art Gallery Until Feb. 28 at 2325 Preston Ave., in Market Mall. Celebration of Sunflowers by students from St. Maria Goretti Community School.

Saskatoon City Hospital Gallery on the Bridges Through February on the third floor at Saskatoon City Hospital. Fan of Mother Nature, and Out off the Bubbles by Gwen Gray.

Art in the Centre at Parkridge Centre Through February at 110 Gropper Cres. Works by Brushstroke art group.

The Gallery at Frances Morrison Central Library Until March 8 at 311 23rd St. E. vVIBEZz by Kyle Zurevinski.

VvibeE by Kyle Zurevinski is on display at The Gallery at Frances Morrison Central Library.Supplied photo

Saskatchewan Craft Council Until March 17 at 813 Broadway Ave. Material Grace by Anita Rocamora.

St. Thomas More Gallery Until March 23 at 1437 College Dr. Displaced by Karen Pask-Thompson.

Wanuskewin Heritage Park Through March at Wanuskewin, north of Saskatoon. We the North — Contemporary Inuit Art, and When Raven Becomes Spider.

# FAMILY

Children’s Play Centre Daily at Lawson Heights Mall. A fun, safe, environment for preschool children to play. Adults must stay with and supervise children at all times.

Market Mall Children’s Play Centre Daily just off the food court at Market Mall. This play area is free and has different level slides.

Postnatal Yoga Mondays, noon to 1 p.m., at Pregnancy and Parenting Health Centre, 248 Third Ave. S. Beginner to intermediate yoga designed to help with postpartum recovery. Register at msjpriestley.wix.com/pureenergy. No class on stat holidays.

Stay and Play Tuesdays and Wednesdays, 9:15 to 11:15 a.m., September through April. For children up to age five. Semi-structured, crafts, snacks, story time, toys, activities. Email stayandplaysaskatoon@gmail.com or visit the Facebook page.

Shop ‘n Stroll Wednesdays, 9:30 to 10:30 a.m., meet in front of Customer Service at Lawson Heights Mall. Power-walking, body-sculpting moves and socializing for parents and babies. Preregister at runnersandbootiesfitness.com. No classes on stat holidays.

Criss Cross Applesauce Wednesdays until March 28, 10 to 11:45 a.m., at READ Saskatoon, 2-706 Duchess St. For children ages three to five with a parent or caregiver. A free program to prepare for school success with games, tips and activities. Register at 306-652-5448, info@READSaskatoon.com.

Stars and Strollers Wednesdays, 1 p.m., at Centre Cinemas in The Centre. Choice of two movies each week in a baby-friendly environment.

Scooters Thursdays, 9:15 to 11:15 a.m., October to May, at Emmanuel Baptist Church, 1636 Acadia Dr. A drop-in indoor playgroup for children ages 0-5 and their parents/caregivers. Information at scooters@ebap.ca, Facebook.

Playgroup Monthly and seasonal events. Hosted by Prairie Hearts Learning Community, a group of families inspired by Waldorf philosophy. Programming is aimed at children ages two to five, but all ages welcome. Information on their Facebook page.

Remai Modern Ongoing regular art programs for all ages. Find the calendar at remaimodern.org.

Saskatoon Public Library Programs Ongoing daily programs for children and families. Find the calendar at saskatoonlibrary.ca.